Saint Cloud Centennial Celebration brings back fond memories. None of us could have predicted what 2020 would look like. But the truth is, we have no idea what tomorrow will look like. Some people are planners. They prefer everything to unfold accordingly to their perfect plan. This isn’t me and this isn’t real life. I…
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Life doesn’t always go as planned. The cancellation of the annual Mount Calvary Firemen’s Parade is proof of that. 2020 doesn’t look like we thought it would, but each of us still has something to be grateful for. This season of life has taught me to slow down and appreciate the little things in life.…
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Life doesn’t always go as planned, the Club 44 Foundation is proof of that. 2020 doesn’t look like we thought it would, but each of us has something to be grateful for. This season of life has taught me to slow down and appreciate the little things in life. The cancellations and additional time spent…
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Finding community is hard, but it’s possible. I’m very proud of the community I live in so I decided to hold a FREE rummage sale in June. Everything was free; although, I accepted donations for the Club 44 Foundation and Mount Calvary Fire Department. I know someone needs these clothes and baby items more than we do…
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Fog comes in many forms. Fog has the ability to consume our brains along with the environment. Finally, after living in this fog for nearly two decades, I find comfort while in the midst of it. An artist’s journey through the fog is often complex and unclear. Sometimes fog shows up in our lives because…
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I love the art of photography. For one, it forces me to be in the present moment. With camera in hand and the viewfinder held to my eye, the process of photographing opens my eyes to the world around me. I’m an artist photographer. Secondly, it often forces me out of my comfort zone. I…
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August Haven supports local artists. And I’m so grateful they do. As an artist and photographer, I’m honored to have my work on display at August Haven. A portion of my Living In The Fog series is exhibited as a gallery wall. August Haven’s talented designers arranged furniture around my photographs resulting in a warm…
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What better time than the present to support local farmers. We are sharing the Illuminating Women exhibition online so you can feel inspired. It’s important to support local farmers because they nourish our minds, bodies and souls. Colleen Lubbert of Lubbert’s Farm is doing just that. She is illuminating… Colleen Lubbert Colleen Lubbert owns and…
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I don’t like going to rummage sales, nor do I like having them. But because of the success of our “FREE” rummage sale last year, I decided to do it again this year. Plastic totes line the attic and basement walls. The time has come for major spring cleaning and these items are ready to…
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We are sharing the Illuminating Women Project online so you can feel inspired. Mara and I have shared many laughs over the years. Her positivity and sense of humor will light up any room. Mara is finding purpose during this challenging season in her life. She is illuminating… Mara Springborn Mara Springborn loves to laugh…
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